Turmeric Root, Organic

Turmeric root contains many healthy substances and oils such as as termerone, curlone, curcumin, cineole, and p-cymene which are responsible for its healing properties mentioned below.

 

Specifically, curcumin, a poly-phenolic compound (the main pigment that imparts a deep orange color) is known to have the anti-tumor, antioxidant, anti-arthritic, anti-amyloid (prevents neurodegenerative diseases), anti-ischemic (prevents cardiovascular diseases), anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.

 

Turmeric is low in calories and contains no cholesterol, but contains a very rich source of nutrients, vitamins and minerals including such as vitamin C, E, B-6, B- 5, niacin, riboflavin, potassium, manganese, copper, calcium, iron, phosphorous, zinc and magnesium.  The anti-oxidant strength of turmeric is one of the highest among known herbs and spices.

 

Current Origin: Hawaii 

 

This product is harvested to order - now that's fresh!  

 

Note: We do our best to ship quality produce to Alaska and Hawaii, but due to unknown conditions at the barge lines, we cannot guarantee the quality on arrival.